What's on this page
Kia Sportage 2018
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Vani Naidoo had this to say at the time: In the Sportage, Kia has a useful small family car that makes sense. It is spacious and practical, drives well, and it has a great list of comfort and safety inclusions. The long warranty and capped-price service program is a boon for families looking to keep an eye on expenses.
You can read the full review here.This is what Vani Naidoo liked most about this particular version of the Kia Sportage: Improved safety inclusions, Better ride, Practicality
The 2018 Kia Sportage carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1900 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Kia Sportage 2018 Reviews
Kia Sportage Si Premium petrol 2018 review
Kia Sportage SLi 2018 review
Kia Sportage GT-Line 2018 review: snapshot
Kia Sportage Si 2018 review: snapshot
Kia Sportage 2018 review
Kia Sportage GT petrol 2018 off-road review
Kia Sportage 2018 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Kia Sportage Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AO Edition | SUV | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $23,430 | $28,930 | |
| AO Edition | SUV | 2.0L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $24,200 | $29,810 | |
| GT-Line (awd) | SUV | 2.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO | $33,550 | $39,930 | |
| GT-Line (awd) | SUV | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $32,340 | $38,500 | |
Kia Sportage 2018 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Kia Sportage 2018 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
-
Toyota Kluger: What SUV would have less cabin noise?
So many things affect road noise, which makes it difficult to fix. There’s the road surface itself, the tyres, and the noise insulation in the vehicle. The Honda CR-V might well be quieter, but could still be noisy on the roads you drive on. If the road noise is the thing that is making you switch vehicles, then it might be worth talking to a tyre dealer about a tyre that might be quieter than the ones on your Kluger. If you want to go down that road, you could try a Mazda CX-5 or CX-7, a Kia Sorento or Sportage, Toyota RAV4.
Show more -
Kia Sportage 2018: Engine power?
There are three engines available in the 2018 Kia Sportage: a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 114 kW in the SLi, Si Premium and Si, a 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 135 kW in the GT-Line, and a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine with 136 kW.
Show more -
Kia Sportage: Does it offer lumber support?
All cars have some degree of lumbar support, but whether that’s enough for you is something only you can determine. I’m not aware of any carmaker that offers anything to increase lumbar support. I would suggest you consult a company that specialises in seats for people with special needs, a company such as Recaro.
Show more
Kia Sportage 2018 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2018 Kia Sportage are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1855mm x 1645mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Kia Sportage Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SI (fwd) | SUV | 1645x1855x4480 mm | 172 mm | |
| SI (fwd) | SUV | 1645x1855x4485 mm | 172 mm | |
| SI Premium (fwd) | SUV | 1645x1855x4480 mm | 172 mm | |
| AO Edition | SUV | 1645x1855x4485 mm | 172 mm | |
Kia Sportage 2018 Towing capacity
The Kia Sportage’s towing capacity ranges from 1500kg to 1900kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Kia Sportage Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SI (fwd) | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1600kg | |
| AO Edition | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1600kg | |
| SI Premium (fwd) | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1600kg | |
| SI Premium (fwd) (aeb) | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1600kg | |
Kia Sportage 2018 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2018 Kia Sportage is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Kia Sportage currently offers fuel consumption from 6.4 to 8.5L/100km. The Kia Sportage is available with the following fuel types: Diesel and ULP.
| Kia Sportage Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AO Edition | SUV | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6.4L/100km | |
| AO Edition | SUV | 2.0L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.9L/100km | |
| GT-Line (awd) | SUV | 2.0L,Diesel,8 SP AUTO | 6.4L/100km | |
| GT-Line (awd) | SUV | 2.4L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 8.5L/100km | |
Kia Sportage 2018 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2018 Kia Sportage will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Kia Sportage vary from 17x7 inches to 19x7.5 inches.
| Kia Sportage Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SI (fwd) | SUV | 225x60 R17 | 17x7 inches | 225x60 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
| SI Premium (fwd) | SUV | 225x55 R18 | 18x7 inches | 225x55 R18 | 18x7 inches | |
| AO Edition | SUV | 225x55 R18 | 18x7 inches | 225x55 R18 | 18x7 inches | |
| SI Premium (fwd) (aeb) | SUV | 225x55 R18 | 18x7 inches | 225x55 R18 | 18x7 inches | |
